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Who is Dr. Spader, Neurosurgeon in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Heather Spader, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Spader is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spader’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spader’s office at (434) 243-5749.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Spader?
Dr. Heather Spader, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Spader empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville/VA community, Dr. Spader is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Spader speak?
Dr. Spader and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Spader treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Spader diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Spader. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Other types of hydrocephalus
- Obstructive hydrocephalus
- Communicating Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
- Various hydrocephalus conditions
- Atypical hydrocephalus
- Non-communicating hydrocephalus
- Blocked hydrocephalus
- Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
- External Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
- G918: Other hydrocephalus
- G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus
- G910: Communicating hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Macrocephaly
- Craniosynostosis
- Flat Head Syndrome
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Large head size
- Enlarged head
- Big head syndrome
- Craniostenosis
- Premature skull fusion
- Fused skull bones in infants
- Skull deformity at birth
- Plagiocephaly
- Misshapen Head
- Asymmetrical Head Shape
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q753: Macrocephaly
- Q750: Craniosynostosis
- Q673: Plagiocephaly
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sagittal Craniosynostosis
- Premature sagittal suture fusion
- Scaphocephaly
- Sagittal skull fusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7501: Sagittal craniosynostosis
Also known as:
- Syringomyelia
- Syrinx
- Spinal Cord Cyst
- Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia
Also known as:
- Sacral Dimple
- Tailbone Disorder
- Pilonidal Dimple
- Coccyx Dimple
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q826: Congenital sacral dimple
Also known as:
- CSF Drainage Device Management
- Shunt Adjustment
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunt Care
- Hydrocephalus Device Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4541: Encounter for adjustment and management of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Does Dr. Spader accept my insurance?
Dr. Spader accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-5749 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spader accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Spader in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centra Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Spader's office located?
Dr. Heather Spader's Primary Practice
1204 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 243-5749
What is Dr. Spader's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spader's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003012188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spader?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spader
What is Dr. Heather Spader's specialty?
Dr. Spader is a Neurosurgeon near Charlottesville, VA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Spader to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Spader affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spader is affiliated with UVA University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Heather Spader accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Spader is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Spader offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spader's office at (434) 243-5749 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Spader?
Please contact Dr. Spader's office at (434) 243-5749 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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